BEED students promote Gender-Inclusive Education on GAD seminar

Article by Jazztine Domingo

The Bachelor of Elementary Education Association (BEEDA) recently conducted a seminar titled “BEEDyond Pink and Blue: Educating Without Gender Lines” last April 14, 2026, at the Claro M. Recto Hall, which aimed to help education students understand the importance of Gender and Development (GAD) in teaching.

The main part of the program was a seminar led by Maria Liza D. Dela Rosa, an expert in gender equality and a graduate of Batangas State University. During her talk, she taught the students how to remove gender barriers in education so that all children feel equal. She ended her session with a powerful reminder, stating that because teachers shape the future, they have a duty to promote respect, equality, and inclusion. Her message highlighted the guest speaker’s goal of preparing students to be champions of fairness in their future careers.

The event was also highlighted by a talent showcase where students from different blocks performed, followed by inspiring speeches from Dr. Carmela G. Asebias and Dr. Rosemariebeth R. Dizon, who encouraged the future teachers to build fair and welcoming classrooms.

To make the event more engaging, the organizers held a poster-making contest and a quiz bee competition, where students showed their creativity and knowledge about gender issues. These activities allowed the participants to apply what they learned from the seminar in a fun and competitive way. 

The event ended with an awarding ceremony for the contest winners and closing remarks from BEEDA President Kristine Chareza Pagaduan, marking the successful conclusion of a day dedicated to inclusive education.